Lime Tree Cottage, Quothquan, Biggar, South Lanarkshire, ML12 6ND

Property description
Lime Tree Cottage, a beautiful detached traditional property sits amid 2 acres of garden, meadow, woodland and orchard offering fantastic views across the Clyde Valley. The original house dates back to the mid-18th century and formed part of the Shieldhill Castle Estate. It’s been extended several times over the years to include four double bedrooms, two public rooms, an office and a spacious dining kitchen with oil-fired Aga. The property is well presented, full of character and offers flexible family accommodation.

A large stone patio provides a delightful and sheltered area to enjoy the surroundings. A mature and well-tended garden surrounds the house with borders around the entire acreage provided by hedging, timber and wire fencing. An area dedicated to homegrown produce includes a greenhouse, and four timber sheds provide storage for garden equipment. The plot extends to the rear with an initial area of lawn progressing up the hill with mown paths weaving through long grass amongst a great variety of rather lovely trees. The meadow has previously been used as a paddock for a pony with one of the sheds serving as a loosebox.

Accommodation Comprises
Ground Floor - Entrance Hall, Dining Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Office, Utility Room, Shower Room and Two Bedrooms.

First Floor - Landing, Two Bedrooms, Family Bathroom

Outside - The garden extends to just under 2 acres which sweeps up the hill to the rear and includes areas of mown lawn, orchard, woodland plus paths weaving through uncut meadow, peppered with particularly beautiful trees. Views from the top of the garden are stunning and expansive. Closer to the house there are mature borders, a greenhouse and an area dedicated to home grown produce, four timber sheds, a patio area and single garage.

Distances
Biggar 4.6 miles, Lanark 9.6 miles, Edinburgh 31 miles, Glasgow 35.8 miles (all distances are approximate)

Area Insights
Quothquan is a small village situated just over 4 miles north west of Biggar and 9.6 miles south east of Lanark. This location offers the best of rural living whilst being very close to services, amenities and transport links to Edinburgh and Glasgow.
The Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum, located on the High Street is a great place to research the rich and varied history of Biggar which dates back to the 12th century. The town retains its medieval layout with buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries, the more prominent buildings being Victorian. This rural community continues to honour local traditions and festivals, the roots of which hark back to days gone by, such as Biggar Gala Week with the Crowning of the Fleming Queen and the famous Hogmanay Bonfire which dates back to the 1800’s. The Biggar Show ground hosts events throughout the year, including the Biggar Agricultural Show and the Biggar Vintage Rally.
A thriving High Street enjoys a plethora of independent retailers including the well-established and reputable Atkinson-Pryce book store, Ovens the Butcher, Taylors Cones & Candies, welcoming local cafes, Inns, florists, grocers, hairdressers and gift shops. The Gillespie Centre provides a community focus with a busy cafe and hall space for a variety of classes. The Corn Exchange, home to Biggar Theatre Workshop is a major arts venue for local groups. The world-famous Purves Puppets also reside in Biggar Puppet Theatre and provide much loved entertainment to families who often travel from afar to enjoy this unique experience.
Those who like being active and appreciate the great outdoors are thoroughly spoilt for choice in this area. There are walks aplenty, from a gentle stroll up Bizzy Berry to more strenuous adventures on foot, bike or horseback. Biggar Rugby Club continues to thrive, there is also an 18-hole golf course, tennis club and bowling club. Local venues provide instructors with space to offer a tremendous array of fitness classes and activities for all ages.
Children from Quothquan attend Libberton Primary School and Biggar High School. Pupils who wish to attend private school can do so via bus to Edinburgh. Biggar Medical Practice won ‘Medical Practice of the Year’ in 2022 and the service is fully supported by the excellent Graeme Pharmacy, located on the High Street.
Lanark is just over 9 miles and larger stores and supermarkets can be found here. New Lanark lies beyond with an attractive visitor centre and walks to be enjoyed by the Falls of Clyde. Lanark train station provides a regular service to Glasgow City Centre.